SEW WHAT? embroider y members club magazine A u t u m n 2 0 0 0 Inside Embroidery mania Customise your clothes & really make your mark Ultimate accessories Make this beautiful bag and wrap in time for christmas Top tips for PE-Design users Product update Get the low down on the new Super Galaxie 3000 Have you stood on yours...? Readers letters & News Network Plus Hints & Tips, exclusive offers, free gifts and much more ... n utum his A ark t s it m make paign Cam Soapbox Ad 3000 laxie r Ga Supe Embroidery tutorial Talking of inspiration, turn to page 7 for the real-life story of Sister Marie Clune, her work provides an impressive display of both dedication and creativity. And pat yourselves on the back all those who took the time and trouble to complete our Reader Survey (summer 2000 issue). We had a fantastic response and gleaned important information for future product development; a list of the fifty lucky winners is featured on page 8. You’ll find reference sheets featuring all of our Embroidery Threads and our newest ‘Extra Large’ Christmas Designs, for use exclusively with Super Galaxie 3000, in this issue. They’ll pop straight into your SEW WHAT? binder for future reference and mark the first in a series of information sheets especially designed to accompany your magazine. Don’t worry if you didn’t get your hands on a binder first time round, response was so good we have extended the offer - see details below. Well, that’s it from me for now so throw another log on the fire and thread up that machine.... STEVE FOTHERGILL General Manager Domestic Products Division SPECIAL OFFER. Perfect for holding all your back issues of SEW WHAT? - the Brother wipe-clean ringbinder prevents damage to copies and comes complete with plastic pockets providing easy storage for additional information sheets and patterns or notes. Order now by simply sending your name and address details to : SEW WHAT? Ringbinder Offer Brother UK Ltd, Audenshaw, Manchester M34 5JD along with £3.95 inc. postage & packaging and we’ll do the rest- E V E N T S Our Practical Projects this issue offer you the chance to really make your mark! We have two very different projects for you to tackle from high fashion to high society, with Anne Crawford providing both the inspiration and technical advice. 2000 November dates Creative Stitches Cardiff Arena, Cardiff Contact-ICHF 3 - 5 November Design & Technology Hall 8 National Exhibition Centre Contact-ICHF 9 - 11 November Knitting & Stitching Harrogate Exhibition Centre Contact-Creative Exhibitions 23 - 26 November 2001 January dates Knit, Stitch & Creative Crafts Show Sandown Park, Esher Contact-Nationwide 18 - 21 January F U T U R E welcome The nights may be drawing in again but what better time to stoke up the fire, set up your sewing machine and spend those long Autumn evenings embroiled in the latest issue of SEW WHAT? 2001 February dates Knit, Stitch & Creative Crafts Show G-Mex Centre, Manchester Contact-Nationwide 15 - 18 February 2001 March dates Stitchcraft 2001 Aberdeen Conference Centre Contact-Aberdeen Conference Centre 2 - 4 March SEW W HAT BINDE ? R ONLY £ postag 3.95 inc. e & pa cking. Please allow 28 days for delivery. Offer exclusive to embroidery club members and while stocks last . Do not send cash in the post. Cheques made payable to Brother U.K Ltd. T E A MTALK Mike Terry Mike was born in Audenshaw, just a stones throw from from the original Jones Sewing Machine building. After leaving school, he started his apprenticeship with Brother, attending Technical College to study electronic engineering. Working first with sewing machines and then knitting machines, Mike was made team leader when both departments were merged. In February this year, after 20 years in the service department he joined the sales team as a Technical Support Representative. Mike’s responsibilities are varied and include exhibitions, telephone and e-mail queries plus training courses for end users and schools. 2 Mike’s technical background, combined with extensive computer knowledge, establishes him as an industry expert on all aspects of home embroidery and PC based design packages. PE-Design Software is his specialist field (turn to page 6 for a low-down on Frequently Asked Questions) and it is Mike’s dedication to the rapidly expanding IT side of our business which makes him an invaluable member of the Brother Team. For ticket information contact the show organisers below: ABERDEEN CONFERENCE CENTRE 01224 - 824824 CREATIVE EXHIBITIONS 0208 - 690 8888 ICHF (International Craft & Hobbycraft Fayre) 01425 - 272711 NATIONWIDE EXHIBITIONS 0117 - 907 1000 RECOMMEND A FRIEND BROTHER ENTERS A NEW DIMENSION WHAT’SNEW? If you need some inspiration to help you get started checkout the 71 built-in embroidery designs. You could use one of the 11 monogramming fonts to brighten up a baby’s outfit, or the floral designs to decorate your table linen....the possibilities are endless. Other new additions to the software include large embroidery hoop compatibility, increased memory card capacity to allow more designs to be stored, an on-screen ‘Wizard’ to guide you through each step of the scan and design process, ‘Realistic Preview’ modes, and ‘File and Font’ conversion. PE-Design Version 4.0 retails at £595.00inc VAT - see your local Brother stockist for details. A full review of this exciting new software will appear in the next issue of SEW WHAT? THE PRESS Embroidering is effortless on the Super Galaxie 3000. With one of the largest embroidery hoops on the market (160mm x 260mm), you can create motifs large enough to fit the back of a jacket. And with a super fast embroidery speed of 800 stitches per minutes, you’ll be producing your design projects quickly and accurately. You can use this sophisticated software to keep your friends and family in stitches, literally, with the brand new ‘Photo Stitch Function’. This nifty feature allows you to scan in your favourite snaps and convert them into stitch data to embroider onto fabric. You could use a holiday photo to create an unusual memento, personalise a pet’s blanket, or create your own unique Christmas cards with pictures of the family....let your imagination run riot! • HOT OFF THE PRESS • Memory Card 57 now available (for the Super Galaxie 3000 only) containing extra large Christmas designs HOT OFF u p d a t e With over 1,200 built-in patterns, stitches and letterings, the Super Galaxie 3000 has the right choice for every sewing need. And with the custom stitch designer function, you can even create and save your own stitch patterns to add a unique touch to any project.The large sewing bed is perfect for producing quilts or curtains. And because the machine has been ergonomically designed, you won’t strain your neck turning to look at the screen, and can enjoy sewing comfortably and easily. MEMORYCARDSCard No. 56 Oriental Name.................................................. Address.............................................. ........................................................... ........................................................... Postcode............................................ Telephone No.................................... Model................................................. Serial No............................................ Where purchased............................... ........................................................... YOUR DETAILS Address.............................................. Designed exclusively for use with the new Super Galaxie 3000, PE-Design Version 4.0 offers an extended range of features allowing you to digitise your designs on a PC. HOT OFF The full-colour touch screen - the largest on the market - allows you to see your exact design before you begin stitching - so you can make any final alterations without spoiling your work. FRIENDS DETAILS Name.................................................. PE-Design Version 4.0 Available this Autumn • Always at the forefront of technology, Brother have incorporated video into the Super Galaxie 3000, to provide you with a step-by-step preview of the major functions of the machine. This state-of-theart model is so easy to use that you’ll never be stuck on how to wind the bobbin or thread the needle again - it does it for you! THE PRESS Ideal for both the novice and the experienced sewer, the high-tech Super Galaxie 3000 has an array of new features designed to enable you to create intricately detailed designs at the touch of a button. Other user-friendly features on the new Super Galaxie 3000 include: • Built-in ‘how-to’ videos and graphics illustrating machine operation and garment construction. • Fast 800 rpm sewing speed so you can create your designs quicker than ever before. • A hands-free knee lift, allowing you to raise the presser foot without having to take your hands off your project ideal for quilting. • An independent bobbin winder - you can wind the bobbin whilst continuing to sew. • A new one-step needle threader - the easiest automatic threader on the market. ........................................................... ........................................................... Postcode............................................ Telephone No.................................... Return your completed forms to Recommend a Friend Offer, SEW WHAT? Brother UK Ltd. Audenshaw, Manchester M34 5JD RECOMMEND A FRIEND AND RECEIVE THIS GREAT GIFT - ABSOLUTELY FREE! Do you have a friend with a Brother sewing and embroidery machine* who always borrows your copy of SEW WHAT? Would they enjoy receiving their very own copy? Here at Brother, we want to make sure that all our customers receive the latest LD sors information, hints, and tips about FIE s BEX ing sci their Brother sewing machines. k a m 4.99 So in this issue of SEW WHAT? s 1 s £ Dre wor th we’re giving you the chance to ‘Recommend a Friend’ and earn yourself a fantastic FREE gift! Simply get your friend to fill in the coupon above, including the model and serial number of their Brother machine, add your name and details on the coupon below and send both back to us at the address printed at the bottom of this page. Your friend’s details will be registered and they will be enrolled as a member of the Brother Embroidery Club. As a thank you for recommending your friend Brother will send you a pair of these fabulous Bexfield dressmaking scissors - worth £14.99 - absolutely free! With special soft grip handles, these scissors are the ultimate in comfort, control and cutting performance. So don’t delay! Get your coupons to us by the 30th November 2000 and your free scissors will be delivered to your door in plenty of time for you to make your Christmas gifts! Return your completed forms to Recommend a Friend Offer, SEW WHAT? Brother UK Ltd. Audenshaw, Manchester M34 5JD *Only the following Brother models are eligible for entry into the Embroidery Club: Super Galaxie 3000/21002000, Super Galaxie MKl/MKll, PE100 Exclusive Embroidery machine, PE200 ‘Snoopy’ Embroidery Machine, PE300s, PE-150, PE Scanner or PE Design Versions 1.0/2.0/2.5/3.0/4.0 Terms & Conditions Closing date for receipt of coupons is 30th November 2000. Model and Serial No. of Sewing Machine must be included to validate claim.Photocopied, damaged, fraudulent or invalid coupons will not be accepted. Employees of Brother UK Ltd not eligible; Only one application per household. For further details or reference of these cards please contact your local supplier. C O U P O N Brother have taken sewing into a new dimension with the launch of their latest sewing & embroidery machine - Super Galaxie 3000. Send your friend’s details to us and we will send you your FREE gift. Simply fill in the coupon below and leave the rest to us. D E T A C H PRODUCTLAUNCH project MAKE YOUR MARKWITH B Brother’s latest advertising campaign is due to hit this Autumn and incorporates a fresh, new look. With strong emphasis on individuality and oozing vitality this new series of ads is set to boost the world of embroidery and appeal to a younger audience. All of the embroidery featured within this new campaign has been produced here at Brother UK on our Super Galaxie Machines and we thought it would be fun to spill the beans, and provide a sneak preview so that you can make the customised jeans featured in our campaign. ints For that personal touch select patterns that are typically you when embroidering. If you collect teddy bears for example, choose designs from memory card no. 52 or if cats are your thing memory cards no. 16 and 35 are just full of felines. Better still, if you have access to PE-Design software you can create a custom design yourself and really make your mark! 4 Embroidery provides a costeffective way to revamp your wardrobe. Those trendy cropped jeans you bought in the Summer can be given a whole new lease of life ready for Autumn, and because custom embroidery is as individual as you are designs and colours can be used to project your personality making a lasting impression. Anne Crawford provided the inspiration for these high fashion trousers, they are fun, funky and we all want a pair! And they really are very easy to make, Anne has outlined the procedure step-by-step for our practical project this issue but the final look is really down to you. Materials Needed: • Pair of Cropped Jeans • Selection of Brother Satin Threads - Gloss Finish (X80928100) • Brother Bobbin Thread (XA8375001) • Iron-on Cotton Interfacing (X81175001) • Satin Material • Contrasting Satin Ribbon (10mm x length) • Memory Cards No.s 44 & 45 Customising Your Jeans 1. Un-pick the hem and inside seams of the jeans. 2. Apply Iron-on cotton interfacing to the reverse of all areas up the jean legs to be embroidered. 3. One leg at a time, carefully frame up so that the outside seam is in the centre of the hoop. 4.Embroider each leg using a mixture of patterns and colours. 5. Repeat the pattern by moving the hoop, using the grid to match up the design. 6. Carefully trim back all surplus interfacing and put to one-side for later. 7. Cut length of satin fabric approx. 30mm larger than un-picked jeans width 8. Apply iron-on interfacing to the reverse of the fabric and embroider using a mix of designs and colours to create a psychedelic effect. N.B. Leave a gap of approx. 50mm from bottom edge of fabric and 30mm at top edge when embroidering to allow room to attach satin ribbon and add fringing later. BROTHER BAG WRAP SET With the festive season fast approaching, why not add a touch of glamour to your outfits with this attractive sheer wrap and bag set. ints • You have plenty of fabric so try a sample of your design first. WRAP • • • • • Materials Needed: Sheer fabric 200 x 60cm in width. Four tassels (optional) Beads (optional) Your choice of Brother SatinThread Bobbin Thread to match 1. Cut fabric in half lengthways - leaving two pieces of fabric 2m x 60cm. Put one aside foryour matching bag. Memory Cards 44 & 45 were used to create this psychedelic look, nowadays more commonly referred to as ‘BOHO’ - a modern interpretation of original hippy styling. Floral and paisley patterns work well with vibrant colours creating a high-fashion feel to these cropped denim jeans. Be adventurous with your colour choice - don’t stick to the book, using a mix of colours within one pattern changes the look considerably and enhances the end result! 9. Attach satin ribbon by sewing in place above and below embroidery. 10.Trim fabric back leaving approx. 25mm below ribbon at bottom edge and 10mm above at top edge. 11.Remove all surplus interfacing. 12.Carefully fray satin fabric up to ribbon strips to form a fringe top and bottom. 13.Sew embroidered material strip to bottom of both legs of the jeans. 14.Re-sew inside seams. 15.Turn out and press on a cool iron setting. 2. Embroider your chosen design, ensuring you fill your bobbin with the same colour as your top thread. 3. Trim back fabric to desired width and neaten the edges of the wrap by narrow hemming twice or by using a rolled-up hem edge. 4. Press on a cool setting before applying beads or tassels of your choice. BAG Materials Needed: Remaining Sheer Material 50cm Lining Fabric 50cm Lightweight Wadding Stitch & Tear Interfacing 10cm Velcro (male & female) Two Tassels (optional) Beads (optional) All seams are 1cm 1. Cut two rectangles of sheer fabric, wadding and interfacing 30 x 40cm to form the main body of the bag. • • • • • • • 2. Take one of the rectangles of fabric and layer together with interfacing and wadding, ensuring sheer fabric is uppermost, place into the embroidery hoop. Embroider your chosen design. 3. Remove embroidered panel from hoop, and carefully trim back interfacing as closely as possible to the embroidery. Repeat steps 2-3 if embroidering reverse of bag. 4. Place panels right sides together and sew-up three sides, leaving top edge open.Turn out and put to one side. 5. Cut two 25 x 7cm lengths of fabric and lining for handles. Place the lining material on top of the sheer fabric and treat as one. Fold both outside edges into the centre along the full length of material, creating a strip measuring 25 x 3.5cm, press on a cool iron setting. Fold strip in half so that the outside edges meet and sew carefully along the entire length, creating a narrow hem to close. Continue to sew a narrow hem along the length of the folded edge to finish, press on a cool setting. Repeat for the second handle. 6. Retrieve the main body of your bag and, ensuring the right sides are outermost, take the top open edge and fold over 4cm of material towards the inside of the bag and press on a cool setting; unfold the fabric. This newly pressed crease-line indicates the finished top edge, helping to position your Velcro strips and handles. 7. Cut the Velcro strips to desired size and carefully attach above the crease-line. Ensure that you are working with the right side of the sheer fabric outermost. 8. To attach the handles, take the pre-sewn strips and using the crease-line as a guide position each end of each strip approx. 2cm above the crease-line on either side of your Velcro tab. Turn over the open end of each strip to finish neatly and sew in place using two rows of stitching to secure firmly. 9.To create the lining cut two rectangles of lining material 20 x 18cm. With right sides together sew up three sides (left, righ t& bottom) leaving a gap of approx. 8cm in the centre of the bottom seam. • Do not choose a dense design, lace types will work best (card 29 or 44) or select a design with a definite outline. • Use the help facility to fast forward and only sew off the outline. • The design shown is from card 43, only the sixth and seventh part of the design has been embroidered. • Reduce the tension by one or two notches - this will help prevent puckering on the sheer fabric. 10. Place the main body of bag inside the lining bag you have just made, ensuring that the right sides of the outer bag and right sides of the lining bag are together. 11. Sew along the top edge of both the lining and outer bag to stitch these two elements together. 12. Carefully pull the outer bag through the gap left in the bottom edge of the lining (step 9)- the lining fabric and the outer bag will turn out right facing, with all seams concealed. To finish the lining, pull out and fold in the raw edges left around the gap at the base and sew . 13. To finish, gently push the lining back inside the bag and tostitch around the top edge of the bagto secure the handles and ensure a neat edge. 14. Finally, add beads and tassels. Both projects designed and produced by Anne Crawford. 5 tutorial EXPERTADVICE PE-Design-Your questions answered... In the hands of an experienced user PE-DESIGN opens up endless possibilities, making even the most complex of designs achieveable - and you don’t need to be a computer wizard to master it. However, you do need to know what you are doing in order to get the best from this nifty little package and so we asked our in-house technical guru, Mike Terry, to give us some pointers. Mike has outlined a selection of ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ below to help you when using this software. GENERAL FILE UTILITY LAYOUT & EDITING Do I need a PE-Scan to use PE-DESIGN? Can I accidentally erase my Brother Embroidery Cards when I load them into the computer? Why can’t I import some embroidery files correctly? PE-SCAN is not necessary. Use the scanner already connected to your computer to scan images and utilise that data - it will be a BMP (bitmap) file. When using a scanner, select a setting between 100-200dpi, and a colour setting of at least 16 colours. Should the original image be in colour or does it need to be black and white? Either way, but we recommend black and white. If using a colour image, we recommend 16 colours or less. What Brother machines are compatible with the PE-DESIGN? The file may have been saved or created with an incompatible file conversion program. These types of files can not be imported correctly. What is the maximum number of stitches that can be entered on an original card? Why can’t I use certain editing functions with a pattern taken from an original card? Stitch data is compressed to fit on the card, with the amount of stitches dependent on the compression. On average, approx. 50,000 55,000 stitches can fit on one card. However, the number of stitches in a pattern can vary depending on the type of machine. Some editing functions will not work with data taken from an original card; for example, changing the size, mirror images, or the ‘Stitch to Block’ editing function. If you want to edit these patterns, you should edit the original data. INSTALLATION All models in the Personal Embroidery System range both past and present. Why am I getting download errors or problems with the 2.5 version upgrade? Does my computer need to be located near my embroidery machine? Ensure that version 2.0x is not running at the time of upgrade. If so, shut down all instances of PE-DESIGN and re-install the software. You need version 2.0 or 2.01 in order to upgrade to version 2.5. No, the PE-DESIGN card reader/writer box is attached to your computer. The designs are downloaded to an original memory (flash) card. The card containing the design is then removed from the reader/writer box and inserted into your embroidery machine. Tell me about third party products that can be used with the PE-DESIGN. There are many third party products designed for use with the PE-DESIGN. However, Brother does not endorse their use and cannot offer service on any systems using these third party products. Using third party products may also invalidate the warranty. DESIGN CENTRE When assigning colours, how do I stop them bleeding from one area into another? Use the Point Edit Mode to check the lines of the design. Even though the line may look smooth, the points may need to be adjusted to ‘close’ the region. If you have imported the design from a paint program and you have ‘cleaned up’ the pixels, you still need to check the points using the Point Edit Mode. What is a BMP file? A BMP file or bitmap file is a graphic file that portrays images at a fixed resolution. This is the only image format compatible with Design Centre and Layout & Editing. Why can’t I select the 110 mm x 110 mm Design Page Size? 6 No, these cards are ‘Read Only’ and cannot be erased. PE-Series embroidery machines have embroidery frames with an area of 110 mm x 110 mm, but the maximum pattern size stored in the card is 100 mm X 100 mm. You can select the 100mm x 100mm ‘Design Page Size’ with the PE-DESIGN. Why doesn’t PE-DESIGN recognise my built-in fonts? Un-install and re-install PE-D ESIGN using Brother’ default path settings. A program installed after PE-DESIGN has interfered with the fonts. What benefits do I get upgrading to PE-DESIGN Version 3.0 from version 2 & 2.5 ? Lots...here’s a brief summary: GENERAL • Fill, satin & programmable fill stitches. • Editing capability in extra large design page property area • Realistic preview function • Function for scaling and rotating patterns numerically • Function for moving patterns and points using the arrow keys LAYOUT & EDITING • True Type font conversion to embroidery data • Vertical text arrangement • Object Alignment • Object Selection using Tab key Why can’t I select small letters when I select my own characters using built-in fonts? The contents of the built-in fonts (capital letters, small letters, symbols, numbers, European characters) vary between fonts. Click the ‘Font Selector’ button on the ‘Sewing Attributes Bar’ to check the options available for each font. After I have written my design from the computer to the original card and placed it into the embroidery machine, can I resize my design? Resizing can be done on ‘pre-programmed cards’ and designs that are built into the SG2100. Resizing for the designs you have from PE-DESIGN must be done on the computer using the ‘Stitch to Block’ feature. You can not change the size of a pattern with the sewing machine’s editing functions. Use PE-DESIGN to change the size of the pattern, then save the pattern on the original card. Is the stitch count recalculated in the program when a design is changed from its original size? Yes, designs will be recalculated according to the size that has been increased. When you import a design, select ‘Stitch to Block’ and then resize. I’ve written the pattern onto the original card and selected it on the sewing machine, but I can’t change the sewing position. ‘Design Page Area’ is selected in the ‘Select Sewing Area’ dialogue box. If you want to change the sewing area with the sewing machine’s editing functions, change the ‘Select Sewing Area’ setting to ‘Use Existing Design Area.’ • File Export - for files in other formats • Undo & redo buttons added to the toolbar • Realistic Print Function DESIGN CENTRE • Drawing Function - create horizontal & vertical Why are the results incorrect when I print the pattern? You may have an old version of the printer driver. Install the newest version of the printer driver and try printing again. lines using pen & line tools PROGRAMMABLE STITCH CREATOR • Editing functions (cut, copy mirror etc.) NEXT ISSUE: We’ve got more answers to more technical questions. i v i n e i n s p i r a t i o n If you are looking for inspiration to get you stared on that special project you’ve been planning - read on... Sister Marie Clune, of the Liverpool Congregation of the Sacred Heart of Mary, has dedicated over 100 hours of her time embroidering this beautiful and finely- detailed banner. The theme of the banner is ‘All May Have Life’ and the embroidered patterns include the flags of each of the countries in which the congregation is represented. The centrepiece of the banner is an ornate cross - the design of which dates back to 18th century Europe along with the symbol of the Sacred Heart. Sister Marie says of her Sister Marie Clune sits achievement, “I thoroughly enjoyed proudly alongside her banner to mark the 150th anniversary making the banner with my Brother sewing of the congregation. machine it is Sister Marie went on to a joy to use. explain that the picture of the I was a little Sacred Heart in the centre of wary of the banner and the leaves using the for our e n o e that surround it were the te som PE Design nomina most complicated eir software play th is d l ’l e designs to embroider as they and w e. initially, but section k for all to se r o required a lot of manipulation w I found that on the hoop. Her dedication has paid with Brother’s off however, and the result is a beautiful piece of easy-to-follow work that will last for many years to come. instructions, it allowed Send a photograph of your nominee and me to replicate their work, along with a few lines describing the difficult designs project undertaken toonto a computer screen with no A vestment intricately embroidered using SEW WHAT? the Galaxie 2000 & PE Design trouble at all”. by Sister Marie Clune. startalents The banner, which measures nearly 2 metres long and 1 metre wide was made by Sister Marie to mark the 150th anniversary of the Congregation and is decorated with designs created on the Brother PE Design. Brother UK Ltd Audenshaw Manchester M34 5JD Please send a stamped addressed envelope to guarantee the return of your photographs, Brother cannot be responsible for return delivery. 7 SOAPBOX BROTHER You’ll notice a new feature within SoapBox this issue - ‘News Network’. Developed to keep you posted on events worldwide by using the Brother global network as carrier pigeon, we intend to scour the internet and electronic notice boards between issues and glean information that you may find interesting, for inclusion in SEW WHAT?Don’t forget that SoapBox is very much a two way thing and relies heavily on your letters to remain both interesting and informative. If you have a problem or a gripe, want to let off steam or lavish praise on the SEW WHAT?Team (flattery will get you everywhere: Editor) drop us a line. Talking of gripes Mrs M. Antill was certainly perturbed last issue when she could not get hold of one of our memory cards. She wrote in to tell us of her plight and gave us a great idea to boot which earned her our ‘Star Letter’ award and a box set of matte-finish ‘Country Yarn Threads’ - well done! NURSERY RHYMES AND FAIRY TALES For some time now I have really been wanting a copy of your number 24 disk ‘Nursery Rhymes’, to use on my Brother Super Galaxie 2000. My local supplier says that you have stopped doing this one. I was going to write to you at the time of your last SEW WHAT? magazine, to ask why you could offer two lucky winners the chance to win one of these, when we can no longer buy them. Is my supplier correct that you have stopped making them? I have filled in your survey and returned it suggesting that you have a column where people can offer discontinued disks which they no longer want, and people like me could actually buy them? Mrs M. Antill - Addlestone, Surrey. Editor: Firstly, may I reassure all our readers, that Extra Stitch Memory Card No. 24 is in fact still very much available, with no plans for it to be discontinued.Due to high demand, however, this card has been temporarily out of stock, which may account for the confusion. We like your idea of some kind of Brother ‘Swap Shop’with older or discontinued Memory Cards and are currently investigating the feasibility of introducing Discount Schemes or Trade-In Policies for Embroidery Club Members. In the meantime, if anyone has any other suggests that might benefit Embroidery Club Members, let us know. FLATTERY GETS YOU EVERYWHERE It seems to me that the Brother SEW WHAT? team are very much on the ball as far as Customer Care Service is concerned.No sooner is a suggestion made than it is carried out, e.g. punch holes for filing the SEW WHAT? magazines and staff profiling. I am fairly new to the world of machine embroidery, having recently purchased my PE300s, and I have to say that family and friends are stunned by the excellent quality of embroidery it produces, especially the Christmas memory card designs - superb! I have tremendous fun using my machine and I have to agree with a previous writer to SEW WHAT? there just aren’t enough hours in the day to spend sewing. ts c a t n o C STEVE FOTHERGILL General Manager Domestic Products Division [email protected] MARGARET WORRALL General Information 0161-931 2343 SAM KELLY Course Information 0161-931 2363 Mike Terry Technical Information 0161-931 2264 Spares Accessory Information 0161-931 2258 I eagerly await each new edition of SEW WHAT? and read it from cover to cover. I am looking forward to the day when it will be dropping on my door mat monthly, which I am sure will be happening in the not too distant future. Mrs S. Campbell - Westerham, Kent Editor: SEW WHAT? has been well received and the whole team are delighted by the positive response. With compliments flooding in our team have been eager to find ways of increasing the flow of information and already this issue you will have noticed reference sheets accompanying the main publication. Plans are also afoot to develop additional update sheets, between issues and after that?- well you’ll just have to wait and see! NEWSNETWORK World Quilt Carnival Following our quilting project in issue three, we’ve got our hands on a release hot off the Press from Japan. This official announcement made by Mr Matsubara, Mayor of Nagoya City, on 4th September 2000 signals the public launch of ‘The World Quilt Carnival Nagoya 2002’. Says Mr Matsubara, “Quilting is an activity with deep roots in Western culture, and is attracting an increasing number of fans in Japan.” The three day event is intended to promote international communications, with works from quilting associations in North America, Europe and Australia being exhibited, whilst providing a networking forum for quilters around the globe and introducing this region, its people and its culture, to the rest of the world. winners of Summer 2000’s Reader Survey competition each receiving a copy of the Brother Embroidery Design Boutique Visitors are also encouraged to participate in a ‘Jumbo Quilt Contest’, the idea is to bring along unwanted materials or clothing and use this fabric to create the largest quilt ever! Brother Industries Ltd., Nagoya, Japan will be lending their support to the event and although it is not clear how this will manifest itself, we will keep you all posted on proceedings. You never know, if examples of quilting are requested from the UK, that ‘Ohio Star Quilt Pattern’ and instructions last issue, may come in handy! (Editor: Refreshing to see that it is not only us here at SEW WHAT? who appreciate the Art of Quilting and recognise it as a growing trend!) Brother UK Ltd. Audenshaw Manchester M34 5JD Tel: 0161-931 2343 Fax: 0161-931 2213 www.brother-uk.com All information correct at the time of printing, all specifications subject to change without notice. All trademarks acknowledged. FI 10/2000 C.McEwan McGregor, Bracknell. K. Butfield, Truro. A.Pepall, Kent. W. Hutson, Burgess Hill. V. Hopwood, nr Ormskirk. I. Hartland, Scotland. J. Marshall Russell, Herts. A. Henry, Rochester. G. Griffith, Caernarfon. B. Garratt, Kent. D. Shire, London. A. Guard, Manchester. J. Webb, Kent. A. Stafferton, Huntingdon. M. Campbell, Surrey. E.Roscoe, Stockport. N. Edwards, Northwich. D. Hayes, Hants. P. Mills, Cirencester. R. Wood, Grainthorpe. M. Horsfield, Preston. M. 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